New ZealandBrian Tamaki blames sinners for quakesDestiny Church's Brian Tamaki has blamed earthquakes on gays, sinners, and murderers.16 Nov 12:27 AM
New ZealandCan animals sense earthquakes?The latest earthquake again prompted reports of animals behaving strangely just before the main shock hit. What does science say?15 Nov 10:57 PM
New ZealandA picture of devastationNew aerial photos show there is much work to be done after Monday's 7.8 quake.15 Nov 10:38 PM
New ZealandDefence Force HQ hit by serious damageIt may be up to a year before the Defence Force can get back into its Wellington headquarters after Monday's earthquake caused structural damage.15 Nov 10:08 PM
AgribusinessMilk collection in doubt after quakesSome dairy farmers in the South Island might have to dispose of their milk due to road closures and other issues.15 Nov 09:51 PM
RoyalsQueen 'shocked' by earthquakeQueen Elizabeth II has sent a message of condolence to the Governor-General of New Zealand.15 Nov 09:15 PM
New ZealandBrownlee: Cost of quake to be billionsActing Civil Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee says the cost of the earthquakes was still to emerge, but it would be in the billions of dollars.15 Nov 08:59 PM
New ZealandEvacuation begins: Tourists ferried to shipCivil Defence aims to rescue 600 stranded tourists from Kaikoura today.15 Nov 08:54 PM
New ZealandTrump and Key connect - over golfDonald Trump has called John Key and offered his sympathies over the earthquake and spoke about the TPP, and Sir Bob Charles.15 Nov 07:30 PM
New ZealandTrapped tourist: 'I want to go home'English tourist had just turned in for the night when the earthquake struck. Now the terrified visitor is desperate to get home.15 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandMore than 1700 tremors follow the big oneMore than 1700 tremors have rocked central New Zealand since Monday - but this constant shaking is normal says scientists.15 Nov 06:26 PM
OpinionAudrey YoungOpinion: Friends go well beyond dutyCOMMENT: The navies of the United States, Australia and Canada are joining New Zealand's earthquake relief effort.15 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandCantabrians band together after quakeAs Canterbury Civil Defence declared a region-wide state of emergency, people from around South Island banned together to support those affected by quake.15 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandQuake lifts seabed 'by at least a metre'Kaikoura's tourism industry fears for the future after this week's quake raised the seabed by at least a metre.15 Nov 08:39 AM
New ZealandKaikoura running out of drinking waterVital supplies are being flown in as Kaikoura has less than 24 hours of drinking water left.15 Nov 06:32 AM
BusinessPhone services in quake-affected areas fixedMost phone services affected by yesterday's earthquake have now been fixed, Vodafone says.15 Nov 05:59 AM
New ZealandMercy mission sparks rural quake effortA mercy mission into rural quake-hit Marlborough has led to donations for farming communities and offers of help.15 Nov 05:43 AM
New ZealandWhat now for quake cows? Here's an ideaTwo cattle and a calf which survived yesterday's earthquake should be allowed to retire and live out their days in a sanctuary, animal rights group Peta says.15 Nov 05:25 AM
New ZealandRed Cross provides support for quake victimsRed Cross is providing psychological support to communities affected by this week's earthquake, as people prepare to spend another night in welfare centres.15 Nov 05:05 AM
TourismTourism swings into damage controlTourism operators say there have been no reports of cancellations following the earthquakes but the industry is in damage control because of potential damage to NZ's image.15 Nov 04:10 AM
New ZealandJet boat on road: 'It had to be done'WATCH: When Ben Todd saw water rising towards his family home he knew there was only one thing to do.15 Nov 03:22 AM
EconomySir Bob Parker's quake advice for GovtLearn from Christchurch and subsidise businesses hit by the devastating Kaikoura earthquake, former mayor Sir Bob Parker has told the Government.15 Nov 01:52 AM
New ZealandSchools close, exams disrupted due to floodingA number of schools have been closed due to flooding, affecting some students due to sit exams after afternoon.15 Nov 01:24 AM
New ZealandMonths to repair Kaikoura highways - BridgesRestoring highway access to Kaikoura will take months, Transport Minister Simon Bridges says.15 Nov 12:23 AM
New ZealandQuake evacuees arrive in North CanterburyRelieved tourists have been flown by helicopter from Kaikoura to a Red Cross Centre in North Canterbury this morning.14 Nov 11:50 PM
BDBDTourismEvacuations, business support for KaikouraSteven Joyce has been charged with putting together a "business continuity package" for Kaikoura.14 Nov 11:27 PM
New ZealandMilitary pitches in for quake victimsDefence Force sends hundreds of staff plus planes and ships to earthquake-affected south.14 Nov 11:15 PM
New ZealandEarthquake angels: Volunteers pitch in at damaged homesThree blokes in a 4WD have headed into big country searching out those needing help in the wake of the Kaikoura Earthquake.14 Nov 10:58 PM
New ZealandThe earthquake in picturesOur photographers and reporters share some of the images captured after yesterday's quakes.14 Nov 10:52 PM
AgribusinessFarmers on standby to helpMid Canterbury farmers are on standby to take dairy cows from quake-affected North Canterbury dairy farmers.14 Nov 10:35 PM
New ZealandForeign military to rescue in KaikouraHelicopters from US and Malaysia will help out in Kaikoura, says PM John Key.14 Nov 10:26 PM
EconomyMail delayed following earthquakeNew Zealand Post is warning that some mail will be delayed in areas hit by this week's earthquakes.14 Nov 10:26 PM
New ZealandElderly, sick woman struggled for safetySeveral cars drove past an unwell and elderly quake victim, dressed in her pyjamas as she struggled to higher ground with her walking 14 Nov 10:08 PM
TourismRisk to tourism from the quakesTourism leaders fear the image of New Zealand as a destination will be harmed by the earthquakes.14 Nov 09:43 PM
